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Upward Bound Camp for Persons with Special Needs, Inc.
Stayton, Oregon
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503-897-2447
PO Box C
Stayton, Oregon 97383
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CAMPER AGES: 12-Geriatric
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Year round day, resident and respite camps.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. We are a non-denominational Christian organization.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Upward Bound provides attendees with the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities, which are adapted to the needs of each individual and staffed by highly trained and skilled professionals. Camp activities include archery, fishing, hiking, boating, horsemanship, swimming and so much more!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Upward Bound camp has been providing recreational and educational camp experiences for people with special needs since 1978. We offer day and overnight camp experiences with highly skilled and trained staff to accommodate a wide range on needs and interests.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Waterfront/Aquatics, Wilderness/Nature, Horses/Equestrian, Fine Arts/Crafts, Theater, Swimming, Volleyball, Basketball, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located approximately 45 minutes from Salem on the beautiful Little North Fork River at the foothills of the Cascades.
CAMP FACILITIES: Comfortable sleeping options including bunkhouses and tents. Our outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, covered sandbox, archery range, nature trails, waterfront and covered dinning pavilions offer new environments for fun and relaxation.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Upward Bound is an ACA accredited, non-denominational Christian camp. In service since 1978, UBC has received numerous national safety awards. Campers participate in activities of choice: campfire, cookouts, drama, swimming, fishing, boating, archery, hiking, horses, mini-golf, remote control cars, crafts, nature study, Bible study and more. The purpose of Upward Bound Camp is to provide on-going Christian based recreational and educational camp experiences for persons with disabilities, twelve years of age and over in an environment that presents opportunities for growth outside the individual’s usual routine or habitat.
The philosophy of Upward Bound Camp is to sing a S.O.N.G of respect. Respect self, respect others respect nature, and respect God. Upward Bound supports the belief that every person is important, created by God, worthy of love and caring service. Camp gives every person the opportunity to realize and share their gifts and individual special abilities. Adult camp counselors provide guidance and assistance with personal care and activity adaptions. Staff are all certified in Advanced First Aid/Cpr, Waterfront Safety and Archery Instruction and receive 10 days of extensive training after passing a complete background screening and before ever serving with campers. UBC is also an international training center providing education in risk management and emergency intervention for both lay and professional levels.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited camperships available.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year round opportunities are available. Fourteen weeks of summer sessions. Holiday camps for people without family members to spend the season with. Leadership camps, respite care and day camp opportunities. Our Mobile Nature Education Museum is available for out of camp groups.
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SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested in serving the special needs population? Upward Bound has a variety of ministry positions available right now! Positions available for programming, maintenance, housekeeping, medical personnel, and kitchen staffing. Call today for more info!
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